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"These new hazard perception clips offer more realistic driving conditions to test a learner driver’s ability, preparing them for overcoming the real-life challenges they will face on the road – something that should benefit all road users."

In 2017, according to The Department for Transport's reported road casualties report, 16,406 accidents happened in rain, sleet, snow or fog. 205 of those were fatal.

The test aims to reflect a range of weather conditions (Image: Getty Images.)